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A cozy cottage with a wooden exterior, a patio with outdoor seating, and a garden area with potted plants and a small table.

1. Ah House Nelson City B&B

Ah House Nelson City B&B
4.0 star property
Nelson City Centre
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (46 reviews)
"Amazing hosts and a wonderful b&b! I can’t wait to visit again!"
United States
john
The price is £129
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Ah House Nelson City B&B
A hotel entrance with a covered area, columns, and a sign for 'Palazzo Pizza'.

2. Palazzo Motor Lodge

Palazzo Motor Lodge
5.0 star property
Nelson City Centre
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (634 reviews)
"Warm clean and close to everything"
Australia
Sandra
The price is £59
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Palazzo Motor Lodge
A modern house with a balcony, large windows, and a dining area.

3. Century Park Motor Lodge

Century Park Motor Lodge
5.0 star property
Nelson City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (375 reviews)
"It was quiet and within walking distance of downtown and a few restaurants very friendly place"
United States
Michael Diana
The price is £90
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Century Park Motor Lodge
A balcony with a table set for breakfast, including croissants, a bottle, and a tray with a drink.

4. Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson

Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson
3.5 star property
Nelson City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (465 reviews)
"We can highly recommend this motel. The Location is good, our room was really nice with an outdoor sitting area and great amenities, The host is a wealth of knowledge and is more than eager to share it."
Australia
Gary
The price is £88
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered patio area.

5. Palms Motel

Palms Motel
4.5 star property
Nelson City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (331 reviews)
"Great service, great motel. An excellent location."
Australia
Michael
The price is £71
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Palms Motel
A waterfront restaurant with outdoor seating, a large tree, and a reflection in the water.

6. Tides Hotel

Tides Hotel
4.5 star property
The Wood
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Friendly team, great service, and a hassle-free stay every time. Definitely my go-to place in town."
Australia
Diane
The price is £61
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Tides Hotel
A staircase with a geometric stained glass window above, wooden handrails, and potted plants on the right.

7. Admirals Motor Inn

Admirals Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Nelson South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (371 reviews)
"Great value with everything you need. Love the separate kitchen! Great service from Fraser. Friendly and helpful staff."
Australia
Susan
The price is £58
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Admirals Motor Inn
A multi-story building with the sign 'QUEST' at the top, featuring a modern design with multiple windows and a flat roof.

8. Quest Nelson

Quest Nelson
3.5 star property
Nelson City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (520 reviews)
"Great staff."
Australia
Angela
The price is £66
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Quest Nelson
A spacious lobby with a grand staircase, a reception desk, and a chandelier.

9. Rutherford Hotel Nelson

Rutherford Hotel Nelson
4.0 star property
Nelson City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (646 reviews)
"Easy location parking and food onsite"
New Zealand
Jason
The price is £102
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Rutherford Hotel Nelson
A modern hotel lobby with a bar, seating area, and large windows offering a view of the city.

10. The Hotel Nelson

The Hotel Nelson
3.0 star property
Nelson South
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (999 reviews)
"Room was great but would of been good to at least have had a microwave. Love that had the restaurant right there. Great food and staff"
Australia
Marg
The price is £63
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
The Hotel Nelson
A wooden cabin with a sliding glass door leading to a bathroom and a small bedroom.

11. Nelson City TOP 10 Holiday Park

Nelson City TOP 10 Holiday Park
2.0 star property
Nelson South
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (181 reviews)
"Clean, tidy and has all you need. Had kitchen cabin with no bathroom, was very spacious. Happy with our stay. We were happy with shared bathroom, very clean and fresh."
Australia
Teresa
The price is £43
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Nelson City TOP 10 Holiday Park
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a freezer, and a sign indicating kitchen cleaning times.

12. YHA Nelson - Backpackers

YHA Nelson - Backpackers
2.0 star property
Nelson City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (109 reviews)
"I would stay here again. Everything is well organised. Perfect for 1-2 nights."
Germany
Reinhard
The price is £46
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
YHA Nelson - Backpackers
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a door.

13. Riverlodge Nelson

Riverlodge Nelson
3.0 star property
The Wood
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (149 reviews)
"Good location very reasonable prices "
Australia
Michael
The price is £56
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Riverlodge Nelson
A breakfast tray with a croissant, fruit preserves, and two glasses of champagne on a white table in a modern hotel room with a view of a cityscape.

14. The Sails Nelson

The Sails Nelson
5.0 star property
The Wood
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (755 reviews)
"good location, helpful staff. Great place to stay"
Australia
Suzannah
The price is £103
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
The Sails Nelson
A marina with boats docked, a road with vehicles, and a building with a blue roof.

15. Atlantis Backpackers

Atlantis Backpackers
2.0 star property
Picton
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Very sweet place."
Australia
Yu Chen
The price is £28
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Atlantis Backpackers
A wooden pathway leading to a house surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

16. The Jolly Poacher Retreat

The Jolly Poacher Retreat
3.5 star property
Spring Creek
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (32 reviews)
"Lots of fun touches in the lodge and on the property. Very friendly owners and the breakfast they provided was incredible! We’re looking forward to visiting again"
Australia
Charles
The price is £155
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
The Jolly Poacher Retreat
A modern house with a spacious patio, large windows, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

17. Appleby House & Rabbit Island Huts

Appleby House & Rabbit Island Huts
3.5 star property
Appleby
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (60 reviews)
"Ideal for what we needed, cute lil place, everything was easy with thoughtful touches."
New Zealand
Anonymous traveller
The price is £94
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Appleby House & Rabbit Island Huts
A two-story wooden cabin with large windows, a balcony, and surrounded by dense forest.

18. The Wheelhouse Inn

The Wheelhouse Inn
3.5 star property
Britannia Heights
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (241 reviews)
"Nice view"
Singapore
GERALDINE HUEY YING
The price is £119
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
The Wheelhouse Inn
A wooden table with a white ceramic lantern and a decorative plate, set outdoors under a pergola with a clear view of a grassy landscape and distant mountains.

19. The Pear Orchard Lodge

The Pear Orchard Lodge
3.0 star property
Hope
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (29 reviews)
"Very pleasant stay and friendly people. Cheers Jason."
Australia
Jason
The price is £108
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
The Pear Orchard Lodge
A beach with a sunset, calm water, and a distant shoreline.

20. Beaches Nelson

Beaches Nelson
4.0 star property
Tahunanui
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (252 reviews)
"Good location for our trip. Nice and clean room. Reception staff very helpful."
Australia
Nicole
The price is £74
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Beaches Nelson
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Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

10/10 Excellent
"Great location with awesome restaurant and great staff. Will definitely be back when in town."
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Carnmore Chateau Marlborough